Cheap flights to Ballykelly

  • Ballykelly Airport is a small regional airport located in Ballykelly, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is also known as Ballykelly Airfield or Ballykelly Flying Club. The airport was originally built as a military airfield during World War II and was used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF).
  • After the war, it was used as a base for various RAF squadrons as well as for civil aviation purposes. However, in recent years, the airport has primarily been used for private flights, flying club operations, and as a venue for air shows and events.
  • Ballykelly Airport has a single paved runway and limited infrastructure compared to larger airports. It does not have scheduled commercial airline services, and most of the air traffic is private or recreational flying. The airport is situated in a rural area with limited nearby amenities.
  • There have been discussions in recent years about the potential redevelopment of Ballykelly Airport into a regional air hub. Plans have been proposed to attract commercial airlines, enhance airport facilities, and stimulate economic growth in the surrounding area. However, these plans are still in the early stages and currently, Ballykelly Airport remains primarily a small regional airport.